If you’re after for great fishing on a spacious boat with an experienced captain, Loosen Up Charters is the place to be. Operating out of Deale, MD, these guys bring over 40 years of local experience to each trip they run. Climb aboard with your whole family or all your friends and get ready to catch some trophies!

The “Loosen Up” is a 51’ Weaver fishing boat which was built in 2020. This is an inspected vessel, meaning she can carry large parties of to 47 guests. Her wide beam and open deck allow dozens of anglers to fish at once. She also has an enclosed cabin and private head for extra comfort on longer trips.

The boat is equipped with everything you’ll need for your trip. Modern marine electronics will sound out the water and pinpoint Captain Frank Carver’s favorite spots. Once you’re in position, you will be given quality tackle and plenty of fresh live bait to tempt in even the fussiest fish.

Take your pick of how you bring in your chosen species. The boat is loaded with light and heavy tackle which can be set up for trolling, bottom fishing, drifting, jigging, popping, and much more. And with everything from Stripers to King Mackerel to Seatrout on the menu, you’ll get the chance to use all these techniques to full effect on your trip.

Capt. Frank provides tackle, bait, and licenses for everyone onboard. At the end of the trip, he will even clean and fillet your fish free of charge. So pack your food, your drinks, and the biggest cooler you can get your hands on and jump aboard for a fun day on the water!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:55 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 10
    US $900
    Spend the morning fishing for big Striped Bass in the Chesapeake Bay's best fishing spots.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:05 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 10
    US $900
    Go to where the fish are and catch them! Capt. Frank will take you to the best waters around to bring in trophy Stripers, Drum, Mackerel, and more on this 6-hour trip.

FAQs about Loosen Up Charters

Loosen Up Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Loosen Up Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS 2
  • Fishfinder color
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar 96 milers

Trips booked with Loosen Up Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (professional)

Loosen Up Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Loosen Up Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Loosen Up Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Frank Carver
Deale, Maryland, United States
ID & license verified
23 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since June 2017
Captain Frank Carver runs a family charter business specializing in catching trophy Striper in the Chesapeake Bay. Capt. Frank has been fishing for half a century and has been running charters for over 40 years. He knows these waters better than anyone and will work hard to make sure you have a great time onboard.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred) Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel

Boat specs

Weaver (Headboat) originally built in 2020. Powered by a 898HP Scania engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 31 knots.

Length
51 ft
Capacity
47 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
2
Fishfinder
color
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
professional

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Best Graduation Party Ever
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Jeff R.
Martin's Additions, MD
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Best Graduation Party Ever

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on June 13, 2023
Capt. Frank and his first mate John ran a fantastic trip for our new graduate and his buddies.  “Best graduation party by...
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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on December 7, 2023
Comfortable ride, excellent crew, caught our limit with time to spare. What more could you ask for? Will fish with Captain...
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Bruce G.
Annandale, VA
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Great day

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on May 13, 2023
I’m bad with names but our First mate made the trip!! He’s very very good at what he does and fit into the crowd. Cut our...
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Andrew H.
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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on November 4, 2023
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Fabiola B.
Washington, DC
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Chesapeake Bay Charter fishing!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 4, 2023
We had an awesome time fishing on the Miss Ashleigh! Caught us some striped bass for dinner!  Can’t wait to go back next...
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